About This PhotoThe Story Behind
I captured this stunning photo named Pacific Sunset during a serene evening on a winding coastal road overlooking the vast Pacific Ocean. The timing was perfect, just as the golden hour cast a warm, rich glow across the sky and sea. The sun, setting on the horizon, painted the water with streaks of vibrant orange and yellow, reminiscent of a painter’s brush strokes. The curving road in the foreground adds a dynamic element to the composition, leading the viewer’s eye into the photo and towards the radiant sunset. The guardrail creates a natural line that enhances the depth and perspective, making the viewer feel as though they are about to take a drive into this picturesque scene. From a photographic standpoint, the low angle of the shot emphasizes the textures of the road and rugged shoreline, while the soft light highlights subtle details in the landscape. Using a DSLR camera with an f/8 aperture, I managed to capture both the foreground and the distant horizon in sharp focus, balancing the exposure perfectly to prevent the bright sun from overpowering the scenery. This image serves as a beautiful reminder of nature’s tranquility and the mesmerizing charm of the oceanside at dusk.
EXIF Details
Photographed in United States in November 2011 with a Canon Canon EOS 7D at 38 mm, f/7.1, 1/160, ISO 100.
- Camera
- Canon Canon EOS 7D
- Camera Mode
- Aperture Priority
- Shutter Speed
- 1/160
- Aperture
- f/7.1
- ISO Speed
- 100
- Focal Length
- 38 mm
- Time of Shot
- 11 Nov 2011






